Medieval Tower Collapse in Rome
A medieval tower near the Roman Forum has partially collapsed during renovation work, severely injuring a worker and trapping another.
According to authorities, the Torre dei Conti in the heart of Italy's capital partially collapsed on Monday, critically injuring one worker and trapping another.
- Hundreds of tourists witnessed the rescue attempt by firefighters using a mobile ladder to reach the trapped worker.
- Another part of the structure partially collapsed during the rescue, forcing firefighters to retreat.
- A firefighter spokesman, Luca Cari, confirmed that one worker remained trapped hours after the initial collapse.
- A rescued worker was being treated in critical condition, while three other workers were rescued unharmed.
Authorities confirmed that a rescued worker was being treated in critical condition.
Author's summary: Medieval tower collapses in Rome, injuring workers.